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The cost of independent living in Oak Park Heights is about $2,907 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 506 options.

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My mother is there now 2/2014. The building is beautiful, everything is new. The staff for the most part are wonderful. Of course there are never enough employees in these places. I don't like the fact in...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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The Landmark of Fridley is the night staff was not very good and we had a lot of bumps in the road at first. Most of them were because of mom though. Things have evened out now. It's been a long road but all...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
The Landmark of Fridley senior living facility is located in Fridley, Minnesota. We are an assited living facility with a community of caring individuals who are committed to providing the best services to your loved ones. We take great pride in providing exceptional physical, social, personal,...
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Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The 64-unit Lake Street Station senior apartments in Minneapolis, MN are located on the East Lake Street. The breathtaking housing is very close to the busy Hi-Lake Shopping Center. The independent living community occupying this paradise has immediate access to high- end retail, food, and...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Meadows on Fairview is modern construction with an Arts and Crafts, prairie-style design. We offer an apartment home setting for adults age 62 and older who need daily assistance. For those with mild to moderate memory loss, The Cottage at Meadows on Fairview offers memory care. As your needs...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Situated in a cozy area off of the main highway, Comforts of Home in Baldwin, WI offers an excellent option for seniors and the elderly looking to experience independent living, but in a social, manageable setting. Comforts of Home is a close-knit, caring community that offers a quality of life...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Our Brand New Community is conveniently located in NE Minneapolis near shopping, dinning as well as social events. Close to downtown. The building is one year old. The people are very friendly. Close to area churches. Near bus line. Spacious 1 & 2 bedroom floor plans. Wheelchair accessible. Ample...
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These ratings are based on the experience prior to COVID. I cautiously recommend this community, I would say to keep checking on your loved one. There have been times family members have visited my...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Millers Landing is Situated along the Mississippi River, Millers Landing Senior Living is close to the Guthrie Theater, Stone Arch Bridge, restaurants, parks and walking paths. Immerse yourself in an environment with other individuals who share your passion for downtown Minneapolis and a taste of...
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Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Opened in 2017, Abiitan Mill City offers one-of-a-kind 55+ sophisticated senior living in the Mill City neighborhood of Minneapolis. Our newly constructed building offers independent living, enhanced assisted living and memory care. Abiitan residents enjoy a maintenance-free residence, premier...
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
1101 On Main is Catholic Eldercare's new independent living rental apartments that are designed with all the amenities that are usually only offered in a condominium-style building - only without association fees.  Located in Northeast Minneapolis, the historic charm of the...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Welcome to Loren on Park, an independent living community for people 55+ with a rich history of supporting continuing education and the arts. Located in the heart of the Historic Phillips neighborhood in revitalized Midtown Minneapolis, Loren on Park offers exciting living opportunities for...
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Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Enjoy the essence of convenient maintenance-free retirement living, an active lifestyle that balances privacy and companionship of new friends on this beautiful community near the shores of Green Lake. The grounds have become the signature amenity of our community. The beauty and connection to...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Northgate Woods is one of the best assisted living facilities in Minneapolis, Minnesota. In fact, our facility is recognized globally as one of the best elder care facilities on the planet. We pride ourselves in providing excellent around the clock care for our seniors. Northgate also offers...
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Cost of independent living in Oak Park Heights, MN

The average cost of senior living in Oak Park Heights is $2,907 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include St. Paul, MN with an average of $2,566 per month.

Independent living costs in Oak Park Heights, MN, vs. state and national averages

Oak Park Heights, MN
$2,907/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

Independent living costs in Oak Park Heights, MN, vs. other senior living options

$7,610/mo
Independent Living
$2,907/mo

Independent living costs in Oak Park Heights, MN, by floor plan type

Studio
$2,667/mo
1 Bedroom
$2,583/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,320/mo

Senior living costs in Oak Park Heights vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Oak Park Heights, MN
Column state: Minnesota
Column national: U.S.
Community typeOak Park Heights, MNMinnesotaU.S.
Independent Living$2,907/mo$2,945/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$5,621/mo$5,527/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$7,610/mo$7,592/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Oak Park Heights, MN:$2,907/mo
Minnesota:$2,945/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Oak Park Heights, MN:$5,621/mo
Minnesota:$5,527/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Oak Park Heights, MN:$7,610/mo
Minnesota:$7,592/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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Independent living costs in Oak Park Heights, MN, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Oak Park Heights and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Independent living cost trends in Oak Park Heights, MN

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Oak Park Heights have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 average costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Oak Park Heights, MN$2,827/mo$2,718/mo+4.0%
Minnesota$2,936/mo$2,806/mo+4.6%
National$3,416/mo$3,319/mo+2.9%
Oak Park Heights, MN
2024 average cost:$2,827/mo
2023 average cost:$2,718/mo
Percent change:+4.0%
Minnesota
2024 average cost:$2,936/mo
2023 average cost:$2,806/mo
Percent change:+4.6%
National
2024 average cost:$3,416/mo
2023 average cost:$3,319/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Oak Park Heights

Recent reviews for independent living in Oak Park Heights

Parkshore Senior Campus in Saint Louis Park, MN

4.9
Being out of state we do not get to visit that much, however when we do speak with our loved one she does seem to enjoy the meals and dining service. We do think the overall value for the money is good and based on our experience so far we would recommend the Parkshore Senior Campus to other ...
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Bel Rae Senior Living in Mounds View, MN

4.7
We chose Bel Rae Senior Living because of the newness of the building, the friendly and helpful staff members, and the overall accommodations as well. He has a 1 bedroom apartment and it is a little on the smaller side if your have more furniture. The food is ok and they keep striving to improve ...
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Meadow Woods - Martin Luther Campus in Bloomington, MN

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I think they do a great job at Meadow Woods! The staff here is very friendly and easy to work with. They've been very accommodating in regards to some billing issues we've had in regards to getting funding with the VA straightened out. The facility itself is well kept and clean, and they do a ...
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Oak Park Heights independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Oak Park Heights independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Oak Park Heights, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Oak Park Heights independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Oak Park Heights partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
10.9%
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Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
25.1%
35.7%
No sugar
No sugar
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32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
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Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Oak Park Heights independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Oak Park Heights communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
23.1%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
29.4%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
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Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Oak Park Heights independent living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered independent living communities in Oak Park Heights offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
36%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
15.2%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
19.4%
34.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
44.5%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
41.1%
50.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
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54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
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Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
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39.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
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43%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
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48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
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48.1%
Dances
Dances
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34.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
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Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Heritage Place, Havenwood of Burnsville and Keystone Place at LaValle Fields are the top-rated independent living facilities near Oak Park Heights, Minnesota. See full list of communities.
There are 506 independent living facilities near Oak Park Heights, Minnesota. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Oak Park Heights, Minnesota are RidgePointe Senior Living, The Lodge at White Bear, A Sky Active Living Community and Havenwood of Richfield. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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